v0.5.1 (1.7.3_r14) - Week of 09/29

Minor Updates & Fixes

• Fixed an issue when switching characters as Spectator with d-pad, the client will crash
• Fixed an issue where races that are joined as a Spectator do not show up in Watch Mode

v1.7.3 - Week of 09/15

Changelog 1.7.3_r10

Major Updates

• New Game Mode: Competitive Circuit - Introducing a new game mode called Competitive Circuit which is a multiplayer mode that allows players to register for multiple, scheduled races and compete for our highest offering of Power Cells. This mode is available through Race > Multiplayer > Competitive Circuit.
• New Garage Feature: Recycling - Recycling is a feature that allows players to recycle assets in the Garage for Power Cells in return. Each asset has levels of rarity that increase or reduce the amount of Power Cells you get. Once you recycle an asset, it’s no longer in your inventory. You are unable to recycle starter equipment or equipment on-chain.
• Bots in Custom Games - We’ve added bots to Custom Games! Add bots to fill racer slots or remove them through the Game Settings. Key notes:
  • Other players can't join the custom match lobby if the slots are filled with bots, but the leader can remove bots at will.
  • At this time, all bots have a similar base difficulty using a variation of a few suit stats (Speed, Control, Balanced)
  • During races, bots are able to fly along the track and race against other human/bot players, using all the existing Modules available (Homing Missile, Smoke, Drop Shield, Boost Charger). Their ability to do so is currently simplified: They'll follow a procedural generated path based on the track shape and the positioning of other racers, and will often use Modules as soon as they acquire it.

Minor Updates & Fixes

• System

  • Resolved an issue where players could not invite others to lobbies
  • Fixed an issue where players can’t invite others to Free Fly lobbies.
  • Fixed an issue where the race ends abruptly when players are still racing
  • Fixed an issue where the opening video doesn’t play for starter Loot Capsules
  • Fixed an issue where players get sent back to lobby mid-race randomly
  • Fixed an issue where the Loot Capsule movie plays in the background when selecting custom games in some cases
  • Fixed an issue where there could be a potential server crash when dropping a Drop Shield
  • Fixed an issue where "ms" in standings doesn’t match ping shown under “Net Corrections.”
  • Fixed spectator Return to Lobby exiting to Main Menu's Dashboard instead of Lobby
  • Fixed Powercells and Emergent Crowns not updating properly in the Profile
  • Fixed an issue with the game crashing when returning to lobbies after races

• Gameplay

  • Resolved an issue with Drop Shield missing in spectate mode
  • Fixed an issue where there are 2 sets of arrow sign objects in the middle of Bevel
  • Fixed an issue where the missed checkpoint alert sometimes persists after countdown ends.
  • Made adjustments to acceleration curve, specifically when moving camera down gives unintended speed boost when stopped.
  • Disabled 1st person view feature during standard gameplay
  • Added background music on stadium maps
  • Fixed an issue where the spectator camera drifts off after the match ends
  • Fixed an issue where the homing missile skips it’s animation and locks the input pressed
  • Fixed an issue where the Boost Charger sound effect was too quiet or absent

• UI/UX

  • Fixed HUD box that contains "10 laps" text to ensure it fits properly
  • Fixed an issue where on 2nd attempt with no funds when buying a loot capsule, the “Buy” button incorrectly looks enabled.
  • Fixed an issue where the currency icon is stretched on post-race rewards screen.
  • Fixed an issue where Free Fly is not listed when selected in custom lobby.
  • Fixed an issue where accessing options menu during race disables pause menu during Free Fly.
  • Fixed an issue when pressing “A” on summary screen removes focus from “Continue” popup
  • Fixed an issue where Sidewinder Reverse appears as the wrong track in Watch Mode
  • Fixed Modules display name not appearing
  • Fixed version number padding on ExoGP header on the main menu

• Known Issues

  • When spectating a race with only bots as racers, and with the skip start animation option disabled, bots are teleported downwards.
  • When running back to back Custom Games lobbies the race won’t start. It requires the player to leave the lobby and create a new one.
  • When dragging the game window while getting hit by a Homing Missile will crash the title.
  • When leaving or quitting a Quickplay race and proceeding to change the region thereafter, it will crash the title.
  • When playing in a Competitive Circuit race and returning from the race, if you then navigate to a Custom Games lobby, the lobby participants will still reflect the previous Competitive Circuit lobby, requiring the player to back out and create a new lobby.

Update - Week of 8/20